Master Control Operator

You must have great attention to detail, computer skills and must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while sitting in front of screens for extended periods of time.

The Master Control Operator monitors on air and cable broadcast signals, records programs from satellite feeds for later use, sets up and airs programs and program breaks per program log, ingests media from various sources for air or office use, monitor transmitter output, maintains transmitter logs and discrepancy logs, and assists with traffic and on-air promotion.

The Master Control Operator is responsible for monitoring the quality and accuracy of our on-air signals as well assuring the transmission meets government regulations and the station’s high standards.

Additional responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and preparing programming for play out.